Senior Phlebotomist

Natera

. Identify the best method for retrieving blood .

Posted 9/23/2026contractWalnut Creek • California • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in phlebotomy techniques, including specimen collection and handling, while adhering to safety and compliance standards. Maintains professional knowledge and skills through ongoing education and training.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Phlebotomy ExperienceSpecimen CollectionHIPAA CompliancePatient IdentificationQuality Control

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Hard Skills

VenipunctureFinger SticksSpecimen PreparationAseptic TechniqueQuality Control RecordingSpecimen TrackingTest Order VerificationPatient Report Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

FedExMedspeed

Certifications & Qualifications

Phlebotomy CertificateHIPAA Training

Industry Keywords

JCAHO StandardsPHI HandlingLaboratory TestingProfessional Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify the best method for retrieving blood
Prepare specimens for laboratory testing
Perform screening procedures
Verify test requisitions against nursing station logs and report discrepancies
Verify patient identification
Obtain blood specimens through venipunctures and finger sticks
Maintain specimen integrity using aseptic technique and isolation procedures
Track collected specimens and maintain daily collection tallies
Record quality-control results and report needed changes
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment
Resolve unusual test orders with physicians, pathologists, nursing stations, or reference laboratories
Participate in educational opportunities and maintain professional knowledge
Manage and print patient reports
Answer and triage billing questions and follow up with patients
Schedule courier pickups through FedEx or Medspeed
Handle PHI in paper and electronic form

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 2 years of phlebotomy experience
High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
Phlebotomy Certificate (if required by State)
Ability to adhere to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and JCAHO standards
Work in an office setting with scrubs required
The position requires tracking of each draw
Employee must complete HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance, and security training within the first 30 days of hire
Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
Free testing for Natera employees and their immediate families
Fertility care benefits
Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
401k benefits
Commuter benefits
Employee referral program